Iran Moves Toward Globalization of the Commitment to Family Charter

With the aim of promoting and reinforcing the central role of the family on a global scale, the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs announced the drafting of the first international charter of the “Commitment to Family” movement. This initiative aligns with the Islamic Republic of Iran’s cultural strategies to revive the fundamental values of family in response to global challenges.

According to Akhbarekhoob.ir, quoting goodnewsagency, Dr. Ensieh Khazali, during a specialized meeting on “The Role of Elites in Shaping the Discourse of the Commitment to Family Movement” held at the Strategic Studies Center of the Presidential Office, emphasized the need for a comprehensive, realistic, and widely acceptable document for various nations.

She stated: “To globalize this movement, we must first define clear operational plans and implementation examples within the country, so that we can approach the international stage with scientific, cultural, and practical backing.” Highlighting the role of academics and intellectuals in reinforcing family support discourse, she stressed that the production of this charter should be rooted in shared human values and a forward-looking vision.

The meeting was attended by university professors, family studies researchers, and representatives of specialized think tanks who exchanged views on strategies for discourse building and cultural development of the family unit.

According to the Public Relations Office of the Vice Presidency for Women and Family Affairs, the idea of the “Commitment to Family Movement” was initially introduced during the President’s speech at the United Nations General Assembly. Now, with the responsibility of drafting the charter and roadmap assigned to the Vice Presidency for Women, the operational processes are being pursued in collaboration with the country’s strategic institutions.

Dr. Khazali noted that “the first divine recommendations in the Qur’an are about preserving and strengthening the family institution,” adding that the family is not only the fundamental unit of society but also the axis of psychological, identity, and cultural well-being across generations. She warned against global trends that seek to undermine the traditional and natural concept of the family, stating that neglecting this institution could have widespread social consequences.

The Vice President expressed hope that this charter would become a global model for redefining a committed understanding of the family, embraced by diverse nations.